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The National Council for Indian Culture is calling on citizens to embrace unity and mutual respect across Trinidad and Tobago's diverse society.
In a national message issued today, the organisation says culture should serve as a bridge, not a barrier among communities.

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00:00Dr. Surajdeo Mangaroo, president of the NCIC, in a statement on Monday, described the country as a shared human experience,
00:08shaped by the sacrifices, fates and histories of people from many parts of the world.
00:14He said the organization was founded on the belief that culture should never divide society,
00:19but instead deepen understanding and strengthen national unity.
00:24Dr. Mangaroo noted that Trinidad and Tobago's African, Indian, indigenous, European, Chinese, Middle Eastern and mixed heritages
00:33have all contributed to the nation's landscape through religion, language, festivals, music and traditions.
00:42However, he cautioned that differences in color, creed and background are too often allowed to overshadow shared values such as justice, fairness and human dignity.
00:53The NCIC president stressed that true national unity does not require citizens to abandon their identities,
01:01but rather to honor them while recognizing humanity in others.
01:06Dr. Mangaroo reiterated the NCIC's commitment to preserving and promoting Indian culture,
01:12not as an isolated pursuit, but as part of the wider national story.
01:16He also urged leaders, educators, religious bodies, cultural organizations and citizens
01:23to work collectively towards strengthening social cohesion,
01:27especially at a time when divisions are increasing globally.
01:32Aksha Galston, TV6 News.
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